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From customer stories to behind-the-scenes details to the latest news in custom bridal couture, Vanya Designs Blog is your trusted resource for all things bridal.
All Things Custom
Bridal Couture
From customer stories to behind-the-scenes details to the latest news in custom bridal couture, Vanya Designs Blog is your trusted resource for all things bridal.
Which Is Right for You? A Bride’s Guide to Alterations, Customization, and Custom Couture Gowns
You found a wedding dress you love… but maybe it isn’t quite there yet. The fit needs work. You wish the neckline were a little different. You keep thinking about adding sleeves. Or maybe you’ve tried on dress after dress and somehow every single one has one thing you...
What Every Bride Should Know About Custom & Convertible Wedding Gowns
The 5 things you must know about custom convertible wedding gowns 1) You can mix-and-match tops, bottoms, detachable overskirts and capes.That’s right! The collection features a variety of styles you can combine to create your dress from top to bottom. Whether you...
Must-Have Wedding Day Accessories + Other Fun Ideas
As much as we love the wedding gown, no wedding style is complete without a few key accessories. To give you some inspiration and helpful tips, we created a list of some extra-fun wedding day accessories for you to think about as you perfect your wedding day look....
Why settle for Ordinary When You Can Go Couture?
In a world where every bride is as unique as her love story, why settle for a wedding dress that doesn't reflect your individuality? At Vanya Designs, we believe that your wedding gown should be a timeless reflection of your personality, style, and dreams. Step into...
Wichita Custom Wedding Dress Spotlight: Vanya Designs
Written by Briana Wichita Wedding Photographer https://brianajewellphotography.com/ Based in Wichita, KS | Travel Worldwide As a Wichita wedding photographer, nothing makes my job easier than a bride who feels completely herself. That’s why I’m so excited to introduce...
Wichita’s Bridal Design House
I’ve been designing dresses for 22 years, and I’ve spent the last twelve of those years growing Vanya Designs, my custom design studio in Wichita, Kansas. We are the only design house in the Midwest where brides can come in for a consultation and have their dress...
Transforming Vintage Wedding Dresses into Modern Masterpieces with Expert Customization
In recent years, the trend of customizing vintage wedding dresses has gained significant momentum among brides looking to blend nostalgia with modernity. As weddings evolve, so too does the fashion that accompanies them, leading many brides to seek out unique pieces...
All The Outfits You’ll Need For Your Pre-Wedding Events
Before you started wedding planning, you might not have thought much about all the pre-wedding events that you’ll not only attend, but where you’ll also be the main focus. What are all of the outfits you'll need? We’re talking engagement party, bridal shower,...
That Time I Made A Wedding Dress In 2 Weeks
Six months to a year. That’s how long we usually like to spend on a custom wedding dress. But when a bride gets married less than two months after getting engaged, flexibility is key. Taite, our latest Vanya Bride, got engaged on Halloween. She and her...
A Bespoke Journey: Vanya Designs’ $6500+ Custom Wedding Gowns
Your wedding day is a tapestry of dreams and moments, and the heart of this grand celebration is your bridal gown. At Vanya Designs, we believe that every bride deserves a wedding dress as unique as her love story. Our custom wedding gowns, priced at $6500 or more,...









